Advocacy Statements by Alyssa Taft https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2 Presentations Pop with Tech en-us 2016-10-30 02:01:50 UTC 2017-07-01 04:05:52 UTC hello@padlet.com murphysusan401 https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135072201 Students needs help in selecting rprint and electronic reading resources  at their appropriate 
reading level]]> 2016-11-03 13:39:03 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135072201 https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135072692 Increase student awareness of the library's digital resources and why they should use them (databases, NoodleTools, ebooks)]]> 2016-11-03 13:40:15 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135072692 Teaching students the importance of ethical use of social media.  Persuade administration/staff the need for digital citizenship instruction. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135072984 2016-11-03 13:40:57 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135072984 Our small school library is in need of automation. Our card system is outdated. We  are embracing technology and joining the 21st century. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073092 2016-11-03 13:41:13 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073092 Promoting the use of Follett's Lightbox interactive books - we have one and can buy more if teachers are interested. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073096 2016-11-03 13:41:14 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073096 Students and teachers need to be aware of our shift from EasyBib to Noodletools, as well as MLA8. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073140

]]> 2016-11-03 13:41:19 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073140 Increase the school's support of devoting time to reading for pleasure in an effort to increase our reading scores and attitudes towards reading. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073799 2016-11-03 13:42:41 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073799 Make students and staff aware of and how to select age appropriate internet sites, databases, and educational programs. wollinj https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073824 2016-11-03 13:42:43 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135073824 Independent reading is important for many reasons.  It can increase fluency, vocabulary and comprehension and "hook" them to become lifelong readers https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074424 2016-11-03 13:43:55 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074424 Providing students reading choice will increase the amount of reading and engagement. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074465 2016-11-03 13:43:59 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074465 Creating makerspaces in elementary libraries is a way to encourage creativity, purpose and choice in the work of students.  Providing opportunities for independent and collaborative work on a regular basis encourages students to think outside the box and helps encourage lifelong learning. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074546 2016-11-03 13:44:07 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074546 The faculty at Pell Elementary School will create a resource list in RICAT. janeperry https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074683 2016-11-03 13:44:23 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074683 Student success depends upon the use of reputable, substantive resources, the use of which is encouraged and supported by classroom teachers in all research based assignments. hunickes https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074796 2016-11-03 13:44:37 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074796 Purchasing new non-fiction books on a variety of reading levels, and covering an array of topics, is essential to capturing students' interest, and getting them comfortable successfully reading the non-fiction books that CCSS emphasize. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074957 2016-11-03 13:44:53 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135074957 The importance of the school library and after school hours for students. Which will provide computer use, reading and after school clubs, possibly a makerspace. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135075285 2016-11-03 13:45:34 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135075285 MEDIA MAKER MECCA provides the tools and tutorials for student, teachers, and the public to learn, problem solve, produce and present in a digital world. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135075441 2016-11-03 13:45:52 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135075441 School libraries should be physically and intellectually the center of the school.  Location and prominence are primary.  The entrance to the high school library needs to be moved to be wide open and directly across from the main entrance to the school. dgood515 https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135075621 2016-11-03 13:46:16 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135075621 Teaching young students appropriate uses of technology and digital citizenship.  https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135075867 2016-11-03 13:46:48 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135075867 Our library will offer a unique, enriching for students to build 21st century skills through creati https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135076845 2016-11-03 13:48:47 UTC https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135076845 Our library will offer a unique, enriching space for students to build 21st century skills through creative, collaborative experiences with peers and mentoring adults. https://padlet.com/alyssa_taft/jcv16i42exw2/wish/135077369

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